Residency Program

About Our Residency Program

Frontier Dermatology is proud to have one of the only private practice-based, ACGME-accredited dermatology residency training programs in the country. Our program boasts a remarkable track record, with a 100% board certification exam pass rate. Join us and embark on a journey of excellence in dermatology education.

Our residency program is designed to provide comprehensive training in medical and cosmetic dermatology, as well as dermatopathology and clinical research. Training also includes rotations in plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and pediatric dermatology. This breadth of subspecialty training ensures a well-rounded education and equips our residents with the skills necessary for a successful career in dermatology.

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of dermatologists, and our application process reflects our dedication to selecting exceptional candidates. Applicants with a strong academic background, outstanding clinical skills, and a genuine passion for patient care are encouraged to apply. You can email us directly at residence-program@frontierdermpartners.com, or apply online.

Our esteemed faculty and selection committee carefully evaluate each application to identify individuals who will thrive in our rigorous yet supportive learning environment.

As a resident at Frontier Dermatology, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse patient population, and a team of experienced faculty and mentors who are leaders in the field. We prioritize resident well-being, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages growth and personal development.

If you are a medical student seeking an exceptional residency program, we invite you to explore the opportunities available at Frontier Dermatology. Join us in shaping the future of dermatology by becoming part of our prestigious residency program.

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Permanent Faculty

  • JOHN YOUNG, MD, FAAD, Program Director
  • J. MIKE CASPARIAN, MD
  • WILLIAM LEAR, MD, Director of Dermatologic Surgery
  • WHITNEY FANCHER, MD
  • ANGELA BOHLKE, MD
  • ALISON CARRIGG, DO
  • LAUREN BOUDREAUX, DO ('18)
  • RICK PITTMAN, MD
  • KELSEY FERRELL, DO ('21)
  • KEVIN MYERS, DO ('20)

Rotation Faculty

  • CURTIS THOMPSON, MD
  • CTA PATHOLOGY
  • Board-Certified Dermatopathologist
  • Tigard, OR
  • SHERYLL L. VANDERHOOFT, MD
  • UNIVERSITY OF UTAH PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY
  • Board Certified Dermatologist and Pediatric Dermatologist
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • KEITH NEAMAN, MD
  • NEAMAN PLASTIC SURGERY
  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  • Salem, OR
  • CHAD BINGHAM, MD
  • EYE CARE PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS
  • Board Certified Oculoplastic Surgeon
  • Salem, OR

Mohs Fellowship Program

In Salem, Oregon, we host one of only 78 Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology fellowship programs in the United States. The program is accredited by the ACGME.
The Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (MSDO) program is a one-year fellowship program, accepting one fellow per year, who must have successfully completed a dermatology residency program prior to starting the fellowship. The program affords the fellow the opportunity to work with two fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons and to interact with medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, plastic surgery and oculoplastic surgery.

The fellowship includes a rigorous didactics program of weekly lectures based on the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) curriculum and enhanced with readings suggested by the staff. The fellow also attends monthly tumor board (at which they are expected to present quarterly), M&M rounds and journal club. The fellow is also expected to teach dermatologic surgery to residents and to present at Grand Rounds.

The fellow will gain broad exposure to cutaneous malignancy management including working with medical and surgical oncology for complex cases. Our Mohs surgeons typically perform 2000-3000 Mohs surgeries per year; of which over 95% are reconstructed by the surgeon and fellow. There are also opportunities to perform other dermatologic surgery procedures (e.g. excisions, C&D, loop cautery, scar revision).

The fellow is expected to participate in research, which has been a particular strength of the program since its inception.

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Why Frontier

As a private practice, we are honored to host a dermatology residency and a Mohs surgery fellowship, two of the most prestigious and sought-after programs in medicine. Since its founding in 2012, our program has provided thorough clinical and didactic training to our residents, who consistently perform well on the national level, including a 100% board exam pass rate.

Academic
Advancements

As a private practice, we are honored to host a dermatology residency and a Mohs surgery fellowship, two of the most prestigious and sought-after programs in medicine.

Academic
Advancements

As a private practice, we are honored to host a dermatology residency and a Mohs surgery fellowship, two of the most prestigious and sought-after programs in medicine.

Academic
Advancements

As a private practice, we are honored to host a dermatology residency and a Mohs surgery fellowship, two of the most prestigious and sought-after programs in medicine.

Academic
Advancements

As a private practice, we are honored to host a dermatology residency and a Mohs surgery fellowship, two of the most prestigious and sought-after programs in medicine.

Resident Training

Dermatology residents are primarily trained in our community-based clinics located in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Our office in Salem is home base, where each month, residents complete unique rotations in general dermatology, surgery or dermatopathology. Residents can also choose local optional rotations in cosmetics, plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery; or an immersive pediatric rotation with the University of Utah Department of Pediatric Dermatology. While in our clinics, residents see their own panel of patients. Weekly academics sessions are scheduled in blocks to accommodate the in-clinic patient schedule. This is an excellent reflection of real-world, community dermatology.

IN CLINIC

residents have their own panel of patients from Day 1 and staff each patient with an attending physician. Residents gain more autonomy for driving treatment plans as they progress through the program.

DERMATOPATHOLOGY

training includes weekly readings, unknowns and scope teaching with one of our faculty dermatopathologists. Residents will also rotate with a large dermpath group, CTA, for specific alopecia teaching.

VENOUS AND LYMPHATIC MEDICINE

training is performed in our Salem Vein Center, under the direction of Rick Pittman, MD. Dr. Pittman provides exposure to varicose and spider vein treatments, venous ablation and complicated wound care.

MONTHLY CONFERENCES

include Oregon Dermatologic Society; Frontier Grand Rounds/Morbidity and Mortality and Tumor Board with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center while on Mohs rotation.

WEEKLY ACADEMICS SESSIONS

are scheduled in blocks to accommodate your in-clinic patient schedule.

Life at Frontier

Dermatology residents are primarily trained in our community-based clinics located in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Our office in Salem is home base, where each month, residents complete unique rotations in general dermatology, surgery or dermatopathology. Residents can also choose local optional rotations in cosmetics, plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery; or an immersive pediatric rotation with the University of Utah Department of Pediatric Dermatology.

Housing and Residence

training includes weekly readings, unknowns and scope teaching with one of our faculty dermatopathologists. Residents will also rotate with a large dermpath group, CTA, for specific alopecia teaching.

Activities and Recreation

training includes weekly readings, unknowns and scope teaching with one of our faculty dermatopathologists. Residents will also rotate with a large dermpath group, CTA, for specific alopecia teaching.

Parking and Transportation

training includes weekly readings, unknowns and scope teaching with one of our faculty dermatopathologists. Residents will also rotate with a large dermpath group, CTA, for specific alopecia teaching.

Life in action at Frontier

Application

Applicants interested in completing an audition rotation must submit a copy of their CV, board scores and class rank along with their request. Board scores can be self-admitted in an e-mail but an official transcript will be required for interviews.

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